The Elf on the Shelf JOY Duvet Set, Combed Cotton, Multi-Colour,2 pieces, Single

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As the tradition grows, parents are always looking for funny ways to pose their Elf, for the kids to find each day. Officially, Elf on the Shelf products are for kids from 3 to 15. But in many homes, it starts earlier than this, and toddlers often love it from about the age of two. Your elf has raided the chocolate stash! Elf is sat in the middle of a box of chocolates with empty wrappers surrounding him and chocolate smeared around his mouth! 9. Elf has made mini pancakes! Elf has used toothpaste to write “2 days until Christmas”, or just a simple “Hi”, on tiles in the bathroom. 47. Making hot chocolate Make sleepy elf a bed out of a box of tissues, using some folded up tissues as a pillow and a tissue as a duvet. 44. Swinging from the ceiling

You can buy Santa's official Scout Elf now in time for the festive season, then all that will be left is to name your Scout Elf. Plus, there's a range of elf clothing, accessories and props (some of which you'll see below) that can help to create fun new scenes and moments around the home. You can also buy a cuddly, plush toy version of Elf on the Shelf for extra elf magic. Different parents have different approaches; some like their Elf to be angelic, keeping an eye on the kids without getting into mischief themselves. To be fair, this might be the best way to get your Elf to encourage good behaviour in December. But it's not nearly as fun as helping your Elf get into all kinds of mischief! It all started with a story book written by mum-and-daughter team Carol Aebersold and Chanda Bell in 2004. The book described the adventures of a special 'scout' elf, who visits your home in December to keep an eye on kids and make sure they're being good for Santa. Make some paper chains so that you have a few loops, then leave some extra so it looks like Elf has been caught in the middle of making paper chains! Via Me Becoming Mum 39. Cowboy Elf You could also – if you don’t mind the mess – squeeze some toothpaste around the sink to make it look like the Elf got carried away when cleaning their teeth. 24. Hanging outGet the kids even more involved in the elf story by adding a themed Elf on the Shelf calendar into the mix. Put the egg in a frying pan – or add a few eggs – and then have Elf sit next to the pan holding a spatula as if he is frying the egg for breakfast! 65. Feeding dinosaurs Ask your child to do a drawing for the elf. The next day have the elf holding a drawing in return for your child’s drawing. 20. Elf is hiding in a houseplant You could use doll clothes so that Elf has clothes his own size to organise. 54. Elf goes to space!

On very special occasions, such as your child's birthday, Santa might give the Elf special permission to come and visit for a day. Perhaps only if your child writes a very nice note, though! Give your Elf on the Shelf a microphone and let them star in The Voice, with fellow toys to judge them. The accompanying book tells the story of how the St Bernard helps Santa channel the love and hope of the Christmas season, and how the dog stores the love children show to others to help things along. There are various official and unofficial options available, and we love the set of magnets that comes with the Christmas Countdown Calendar. What began with the book now includes a set with an elf figure, as well as a range of other Elf on the Shelf merchandise. Including the newer, yet already incredibly popular, ‘Elf Pets’ range.These are just the tip of the festive iceberg – scroll through our gallery above for a whopping 100+ ideas. That's more than four ideas for every day of Advent! Elf has taken a stuffed Santa toy hostage at the top of the tree! Idea and photo from Life with Lianne. 32. Elf takes a photo Elf has one or more eggs (depending on how many kids you have) on the kitchen counter plus a little dish with glitter or sprinkles inside. This works even better if you attach some of your child’s favourite action figures to the sleigh with wool or string as if they are pulling it! You could make it look like elf has crashed into the tree! A makeshift swing crafted from a toilet roll inner and a length of ribbon can be hung just about anywhere in the home – such as beneath a shelf. Spelling Elf on the Shelf